Postdoctoral Researcher in Gravitational Lensing

1 month ago


Hong Kong, Central and Western District, Hong Kong SAR China UNIVERSITAT FRANKFURT Full time

Company Overview

UNIVERSITAT FRANKFURT is a renowned institution with a strong focus on cutting-edge research.

Salary

The estimated salary for this postdoctoral position is HKD 400,000 - 600,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled postdoctoral researcher to join our team and contribute to the field of gravitational lensing. The successful candidate will have expertise in constructing lens models for galaxies (or galaxy clusters) as constrained by multiply-lensed light images and familiarity with analyzing optical images.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Astrophysics or related field
  • Experience with strong gravitational lensing and galaxy evolution
  • Familiarity with data analysis software (e.g., Python, IDL)
  • Strong publication record in reputable journals

Benefits

This postdoctoral position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of astrophysics and cosmology. The successful candidate will be part of a vibrant research community and have access to state-of-the-art facilities.

Others

The postdoc's role would be to fill the role of a lens modelling expert in the joint endeavor to connect the two branches of lensing and pursuing dark matter studies. Apart from the joint work, the postdoctoral researcher is strongly encouraged to freely integrate and work with other groups and to develop their own independent research line throughout the study, with 50% time allotted to independent research.



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